"It was part of my answer to question why Ronaldo did not attend the UEFA ceremony and about negative comments on Luka getting the award, so I said it was selfish of Cristiano and I don't like such players.

"Luka deserves it because he was voted the best player at the Club World Cup, was world and European champion with Real, won a silver medal at the World Cup and the World Cup Golden Ball on top of that.

"No other player won so much this year.

"Cristiano is one of best players of all time, but this year Luka was better."

Ronaldo and Modric could come face-to-face on the pitch this season if Juventus and Real reach the Champions League knockout stages.